Visit Wilmore
Where to stay in Wilmore
![This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/051e0535aef712d288774d7cfbeccde3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
High Bridge
While visiting High Bridge, you might make a stop by sights like High Bridge Park and High Bridge Kentucky River Museum.
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Popular places to visit
![University of Kentucky](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/916674684acdbc056b1abd226124441c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
University of Kentucky
Explore the campus of University of Kentucky, during your travels in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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Kentucky Horse Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Kentucky Horse Park and enjoy the horseback riding in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
![The Kentucky Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/340dbb6f5ba12a91ab34a321f5bf04e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The Kentucky Castle
Enjoy a trip to The Kentucky Castle and popular activities like horseback riding in Versailles. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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Fayette Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fayette Mall during your stay in Lexington. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene, or seek out its horseback riding.
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Eastern Kentucky University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Eastern Kentucky University, during your travels in Richmond. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Lexington Opera House
You can enjoy a show at Lexington Opera House during your stay in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do
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Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!
![Self Guided Driving Tour to Four Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49366337/75d2bc46-a815-4001-9f59-dd12a3aeb568.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Self Guided Driving Tour to Four Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries
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Lexington: Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour and Scenic Bluegrass
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Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum
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Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour
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